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Roma stage Mexes swoop Friday 11 June, 2004
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Auxerre have confirmed that Philippe Mexes is merely days away from completing his switch to Roma, but Real Madrid shake off Totti speculation.
“We left the meeting with the clear feeling that we are close to agreement,” revealed Auxerre technical director Guy Roux. “Maybe not tomorrow, but the conclusion is not far away.”
The Giallorossi have the upper hand on their transfer rivals by agreeing terms with the player himself over the last few weeks, then on Thursday night made a formal offer of around £3m.
22-year-old defender Mexes had originally met with Fabio Capello, but despite the Coach moving on he remains adamant that the Stadio Olimpico will be his new home.
“It is true,” continued Roux, “that Manchester United and Liverpool made offers, but there was no way we could convince Mexes to accept any other club.”
“Philippe has been with us for seven years and we don’t wish to end this rapport on a sour note, but at the same time we don’t want to lose money on this deal.”
Another meeting between the two clubs is planned next week, but a slight increase in Roma’s bid should see the move completed.
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